The Dodgers prohibit ICE immigration agents from entering the stadium. Many believe the agency's presence was intended to intimidate the team.
Access denied
ICE agents were refused entry to Dodger Stadium by the Los Angeles Dodgers organization.
Parking on the site
When the Los Angeles Dodgers were scheduled to play the San Diego Padres later that day at Dodger Stadium, ICE agents in several unmarked vehicles attempted to gain access to one of the site's parking lots. Their first request was denied by the Dodgers organization, so they attempted to enter through a second access.
Protesters soon arrived to oppose ICE's presence
Protesters soon arrived to oppose ICE's presence. The Dodgers then reportedly called in the LAPD to remove both the agents and the protesters gathered near the entrance. The scene, filmed, quickly circulated on socials.
A press release
The Dodgers explained the situation in a statement released by the organization on X: «This morning, ICE agents came to Dodger Stadium and requested permission to access the parking lots. They were denied entry to the grounds by the organization. Tonight’s game will be played as scheduled.»
A plan to support immigrants
This comes as, according to information reported by The Athletic, the Dodgers were ready to announce a plan that day to support immigrants affected by ICE's actions in Los Angeles. Many believe that the agency's presence was intended to intimidate the team.